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LoC No.: 21005110
Title: Our Family Affairs, 1867-1896
Note: Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "Our Family Affairs, 1867-1896" by E. F. Benson is a memoir written in the early 20th century. This work reflects on the author's childhood experiences and family life, specifically focusing on the years between 1867 and 1896. The narrative captures the essence of growing up in a prominent family, detailing the lively and vibrant moments from the author's early recollections. The opening of the memoir introduces readers to the author's formative years, beginning in Wellington, where his father served as the headmaster of Wellington College. The narrative is rich with personal memories, showcasing vivid and whimsical snapshots of family life, including playful interactions with siblings, intriguing childhood discoveries, and vivid descriptions of the home and garden. The author reflects on pivotal moments, such as his father’s stern yet loving presence and his mother's enchanting personality, creating a nostalgic atmosphere that immerses readers in the warmth of family dynamics. Through these early impressions, the groundwork is laid for an exploration of his development and familial relationships throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic), 1867-1940
EBook No.: 58882
Published: Feb 13, 2019
Downloads: 141
Language: English
Subject: Benson family
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 21005110
Title: Our Family Affairs, 1867-1896
Note: Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Our Family Affairs, 1867-1896" by E. F. Benson is a memoir written in the early 20th century. This work reflects on the author's childhood experiences and family life, specifically focusing on the years between 1867 and 1896. The narrative captures the essence of growing up in a prominent family, detailing the lively and vibrant moments from the author's early recollections. The opening of the memoir introduces readers to the author's formative years, beginning in Wellington, where his father served as the headmaster of Wellington College. The narrative is rich with personal memories, showcasing vivid and whimsical snapshots of family life, including playful interactions with siblings, intriguing childhood discoveries, and vivid descriptions of the home and garden. The author reflects on pivotal moments, such as his father’s stern yet loving presence and his mother's enchanting personality, creating a nostalgic atmosphere that immerses readers in the warmth of family dynamics. Through these early impressions, the groundwork is laid for an exploration of his development and familial relationships throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic), 1867-1940
EBook No.: 58882
Published: Feb 13, 2019
Downloads: 141
Language: English
Subject: Benson family
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.